u/Top-Risk-7793

I am 5weeks and a few days post standard orif ankle surgery. I am no weight bearing but my surgeon expects me to start weight bearing in a boot with one crutch or no crutches this week. Each stage of recovery is an improvement and also make me nervous as I don’t know what to expect.

I have PT starting this week and will have it weekly. I was also told I will need to limit to 5 -15 minutes every hour.

What did this stage look like for you? Did you feel more independence? Could you get in the shower yourself? Did you still use a knee scooter when needed? I have been doing knee scooter and not crutches. What does your day look like?